It was some dark days in American history… The Civil War. When neighbors, one-time friends and family killed each other over some causes we would all like to erase from our minds: Slavery and the economics surrounding it. State’sContinue reading… Confederate Cavalry General Thomas T. Munford: Top 10 Cool Facts
Category: Famous Military Leaders
General Charles Palmer: Top 12 Cool Facts
When we mention the word leaders, who immediately comes to your mind? George Washington Douglas MacArthur Bill Gates The list could go on and on. The world has had some fabulous leaders. Many of the great leaders were in theContinue reading… General Charles Palmer: Top 12 Cool Facts
Winston Churchill: Top 12 Cool Facts
I often think about some of the men in history that I would love to have the opportunity to meet and interview. Winston Churchill is one such man who would easily be in the top 10 list. This leader helpedContinue reading… Winston Churchill: Top 12 Cool Facts
Colonel John Stapp: 8 Cool Facts
Before I start today’s post, I believe this video is befitting of what and who I am about to write… Colonel John Stapp Was A Real Life Rocket Man This genius was born in 1910 and passed away peacefully inContinue reading… Colonel John Stapp: 8 Cool Facts
Mongol Conquests: 12 Cool Facts
They were ruthless! I speak of the Mongols who conquered many lands from 1200 to 1400. Many military leaders have learned tactics and strategies from the Mongol Conquests. Who are the Mongols? Mongol stands for the people who are nativeContinue reading… Mongol Conquests: 12 Cool Facts
Anna Mae Hays: The First Female Army General Officer
Today, I want to do a short post on the first female Army General Officer: Anna Mae Hays. I’m going to talk briefly about her background and military experience. Rewind the clock nearly fifty years, way back to 1970, andContinue reading… Anna Mae Hays: The First Female Army General Officer
Roy Benavidez: Vietnam War Hero
“Captain, what should I do with this soldier? This friend of his says he is alive, but he looks dead to me” The Captain briefly looked at the Army medic and exclaimed “Zip up the bag, he’s dead.” As IContinue reading… Roy Benavidez: Vietnam War Hero
The Mexican War: 21 Facts
It was a war that is often looked upon as a backseat in comparison to other wars the United States has been in. But if the outcome to this war would have been different, the United States would not beContinue reading… The Mexican War: 21 Facts
Female Generals In The Army: Women Leaders
Originally, I was going to write this article about the first female United States Army General,. But as I began doing research, I felt I needed to give in to naming more female Army leaders… Namely Generals. The fact thatContinue reading… Female Generals In The Army: Women Leaders
Top 15 James “Mad Dog” Mattis Facts, Bio & Career
Just appointed as Secretary of Defense, James “Mad Dog” Mattis has an interesting history. In today’s post, we are going to take a look at our most recent Secretary of Defense who was appointed to the position by President DonaldContinue reading… Top 15 James “Mad Dog” Mattis Facts, Bio & Career